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IELTS Speaking for Success
👨‍👩‍👦 Role models (Part 3) + Transcript
Dec 6, 2024
The discussion dives into who teenagers might look up to as role models and the importance of having positive influences. It highlights the dual nature of fame, where public figures can inspire yet create unrealistic expectations. The complexities of defining a role model emerge, weighing success against morality. Media's influence on impressionable youth is examined, along with the qualities that make someone admirable. Finally, it critiques the traits that define fame and the challenges of choosing role models amid societal pressures.
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- Role models for teenagers can inspire and guide them, but they may also set unrealistic expectations due to differing life circumstances.
- While fundamental traits of successful individuals remain constant, media exposure has significantly altered how fame and role models are perceived today.
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The Role of Role Models in Teenagers' Lives
Role models for teenagers often include individuals who have achieved notable success, particularly in fields like music or sports. These figures tend to possess a positive public image, which makes them appealing to younger audiences. However, the diversity of role models reflects the varied interests of teenagers, and it is essential to recognize that not all successful individuals embody exemplary values. While having a role model can inspire and guide young people, it can also impose unrealistic expectations if they look up to someone whose life circumstances greatly differ from their own.
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